Applied Physics Major with Engineering Focus
Requirements
Degree Requirements
This major is available as a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree, as defined in the section on degree requirements for all majors in this catalog.
Focus Requirements
49 credits from within the department, plus an additional 31-34 credits from outside the department, for a combined total of 80-83 credits:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Applied Physics Major Core Courses | ||
| PHYS 210 | INTRODUCTION TO MECHANICS | 5 |
| PHYS 211 | INTRODUCTION TO ELECTROMAGNETISM | 5 |
| PHYS 215 | MODERN PHYSICS | 4 |
| PHYS 220 | THERMAL & STATISTICAL PHYSICS | 3 |
| PHYS 385 | GREAT EXPERIMENTS IN PHYSICS | 1 |
| PHYS 386 | EXPLORATION IN EXPERIMENTAL PHYSICS | 1 |
| ENGR 025 | LABORATORY TECHNIQUES: MACHINE SHOP | 1 |
| ENGR 252 | ENGINEERING STATICS AND DYNAMICS | 4 |
| ENGR 253 | STRENGTH OF MATERIALS | 3 |
| ENGR 315 | CIRCUITS AND ELECTRONICS I (ALSO LISTED AS PHYS 315) | 4 |
| PHYS 489 | THESIS RESEARCH | 1 |
| or ENGR 489 | ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT | |
| PHYS 490 | SENIOR THESIS | 3 |
| Engineering Focus Courses | ||
| ENGR 303 | INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS SCIENCE (ALSO LISTED AS PHYS 303) | 3 |
| ENGR 310 | ENGINEERING DESIGN & GRAPHICS | 3 |
| ENGR 316 | CIRCUITS AND ELECTRONICS II (ALSO LISTED AS PHYS 316) | 4 |
| PHYS 325 | COMPUTATIONAL PHYSICS | 4 |
| The following courses are required outside the department: | ||
| ECON 210 | PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS | 4 |
| IDST 387 | INTERDISCIPLINARY CAPSTONE INTERNSHIP | 2-5 |
| MATH 170 | CALCULUS I | 5 |
| MATH 175 | CALCULUS II | 3 |
| MATH 200 | VECTOR CALCULUS | 5 |
| MATH 210 | ORDINARY DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS | 4 |
| MATH 250 | LINEAR ALGEBRA | 4 |
| CHEM 210 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY | 4 |
| Total Credits | 80-83 | |
Courses must be completed with a grade of C- or better to count toward the major.
Student Learning Outcomes
The Department of Physics aims for ongoing assessment of its programs by the faculty of the department. The department measures student achievement of desired learning objectives through performance in formal course exams, labs, projects, presentations, and a senior thesis based on independent research. To the extent possible, students are tracked and surveyed after leaving Linfield University, to determine how their experience in the department has helped them establish careers. These data are helpful in maintaining high-quality programs and in keeping our focus on research involvement for all students
In successfully completing a major in physics or applied physics, students will:
- demonstrate knowledge of the foundational principles and methods in physics,
- understand that physics is a process, not just a body of knowledge, and implement the process of scientific inquiry
- communicate scientific knowledge effectively both orally and in writing, and
- leave Linfield with an appreciation for the power and elegance of physics and the ability to achieve science-related goals.
Oregon Preliminary Teaching Licensure in Physics
A student majoring in Physics or Applied Physics must also complete a Secondary Education major with Licensure. In order to complete the Secondary Education major with Licensure, students should begin taking education courses no later than their sophomore year. The student must be advised by faculty in both majors.